Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description:

Your new company

This well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Dundee has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across Scotland. With a growing portfolio in the education and commercial sectors, the company is known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. They are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team and play a key role in delivering civils packages for schools and commercial buildings.

Your new role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the financial and contractual management of civils packages on a range of education and commercial projects. You will be responsible for:

Managing project costs from inception to completion
Preparing and reviewing tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation
Conducting cost analysis and value engineering
Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure financial efficiency and compliance
Overseeing subcontractor procurement and payments
Monitoring project progress and preparing detailed reports
Supporting junior QS staff and contributing to team development
What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Proven experience in a similar role within the civils or construction sector
Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
Experience working on education and/or commercial building projects
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required
What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Career development and progression opportunities within a growing company
Access to ongoing training and professional development
What you need to do now

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